BUTTING – Competence in the Nuclear Industry
Integrated expertise
· Value-added metal products and assemblies with vertically integrated manufacturing.
· Capabilities: stainless steel pipes, welding, surface finishing, machining, forming, bending, laser cutting, and complex assembly.
Square tubes and storage racks
· Series products include square tubes and racks for transport and pool storage of fuel elements.
· Production from plates (single part) or coil (continuous process for efficiency and reliability).
· Tolerances comparable to basket production; in-house capabilities for frames and spacers.
Baskets for transport and interim storage, canister for final storage
· Wide range of baskets tailored to different fuel elements.
· Materials: boron-alloyed stainless steel, copper, aluminium alloys.
· Laser and electron beam welding for modules; extremely tight tolerances achieved.
· Strict testing and cleaning standards throughout production.
Customer-focused solutions
· Minimal outsourcing
· BUTTING acts as a one-stop-shop, delivering end-to-end solutions for complex nuclear projects.
· Continuous improvement based on customer needs and industry requirements
· ISO 19443 certified
Decades of nuclear experience
· Supplying pipes, components, and assemblies to nuclear plants worldwide since 1974.
· Extensive know-how in special materials and processing ensures quality and optimized lead times.